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Salonica, City of Ghosts

Christians, Muslims and Jews 1430-1950

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The narrative delves into the rich tapestry of a once-thriving city under Ottoman rule, highlighting its extraordinary cultural diversity. It portrays a society where various ethnicities and religions coexisted, from Egyptian merchants to Spanish-speaking rabbis, creating a unique atmosphere of tolerance and shared spirituality. The book examines the dynamics of this vibrant community and the factors that led to its decline amidst the rise of modern nationalism, offering a poignant reflection on the interplay of history, culture, and identity.

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Salonica, City of Ghosts, Mark Mazower

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Rok wydania
2006
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Tytuł
Salonica, City of Ghosts
Podtytuł
Christians, Muslims and Jews 1430-1950
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2006
Oprawa
miękka
Liczba stron
544
ISBN13
9780375727382
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Ocena
4,3 z 5
Opis
The narrative delves into the rich tapestry of a once-thriving city under Ottoman rule, highlighting its extraordinary cultural diversity. It portrays a society where various ethnicities and religions coexisted, from Egyptian merchants to Spanish-speaking rabbis, creating a unique atmosphere of tolerance and shared spirituality. The book examines the dynamics of this vibrant community and the factors that led to its decline amidst the rise of modern nationalism, offering a poignant reflection on the interplay of history, culture, and identity.